2005 BMW M6 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M6 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2070 mm |